Mideo Apologizes for his Offensive Art
GMA NEWS
By Carmela Lapena
PHILIPPINES - Controversial artist Mideo Cruz on Friday [week ago] asked for forgiveness from people offended by his art, but insisted his inclination is to do projects that are aimed at challenging the mind. Cruz's mixed media installation Poleteismo was seen as offensive by many, particularly for its juxtaposition of religious images with phallic symbols. He said he has been receiving invitations to exhibit Poleteismo both here and abroad, and that in future exhibits he said he would not remove the "offensive" images. Charges have been filed against CCP officials, as well as Cruz, accusing them of violating Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code on obscene exhibitions and indecent shows. "Everybody has the right to express their opinions, including artists and members of the Catholic church. But no one has the right to silence another's voice," wrote Ime Morales, a writer and child advocate. [link]
By Carmela Lapena
PHILIPPINES - Controversial artist Mideo Cruz on Friday [week ago] asked for forgiveness from people offended by his art, but insisted his inclination is to do projects that are aimed at challenging the mind. Cruz's mixed media installation Poleteismo was seen as offensive by many, particularly for its juxtaposition of religious images with phallic symbols. He said he has been receiving invitations to exhibit Poleteismo both here and abroad, and that in future exhibits he said he would not remove the "offensive" images. Charges have been filed against CCP officials, as well as Cruz, accusing them of violating Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code on obscene exhibitions and indecent shows. "Everybody has the right to express their opinions, including artists and members of the Catholic church. But no one has the right to silence another's voice," wrote Ime Morales, a writer and child advocate. [link]
